Mindset Secrets for Midlife Athletes - What Would Simone Biles Do? (Ep. 23)

Mind Your Midlife: Confidence and Success, One Thought at a Time, with Cheryl Fischer

Feeling isolated in midlife? Trying new hobbies might help—but your mindset determines whether these new pursuits become sources of joy or frustration.

Drawing from her personal experiences with golf, violin, and mahjong in her 50s, Cheryl shares powerful insights about embracing the beginner's journey when we're accustomed to being experts in other areas of life.

Lisa Alfano, of agelessadventures.life, joins Cheryl with her wisdom on sports and community in your 50s and beyond.
BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER:

✔ Why mindset—not motivation—is the key to consistency
✔ How humor can be your most powerful tool
✔ The power of community for motivation and success
✔ How to avoid the comparison trap

🎯 OMG Moment: Sports and activities in midlife are meant to bring us joy and help us prioritize movement and community. When it stops being fun and satisfying, it's ok to do something new.

TAKE ACTION:

Grab your free StoryCycle resource to help you pause and identify the emotions and thoughts that are impacting you.

Visit cherylpfischer.com/coaching and set up a free consultation on creating a positive mindset and action items you actually look forward to for your next adventure.

Listen to episode 17 on isolation in midlife and episode 6 on laughter yoga!

WHY THIS EPISODE MATTERS:
The real question isn't whether you're instantly good at something new—it's whether it brings you joy and connection. There are endless opportunities to find exactly that.

Find all the podcast and coaching resources at cherylpfischer.com.

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فصل ها

1. Trying New Hobbies in Midlife (00:00:00)

2. My Midlife Adventures: Golf, Violin, Mahjong (00:04:32)

3. Simone Biles' Mindset Tips for Success (00:08:38)

4. Visualizing Goals for Better Performance (00:13:45)

5. Community and Comparison in Midlife Sports (00:18:33)

6. Building Resilience Through Positive Self-Talk (00:22:35)

7. Finding Joy and Connection Through Activity (00:25:57)